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The awards luncheon was held on Wednesday, July 22nd 2009 at the Harbourfront Restaurant. The awards are now in their 31st year and over 60 applications from students were received.

David Ezekiel, ABIC Chairman, introduced Gino Smith, Vice President of Underwriting, XL Re Ltd. who was the guest speaker for the event.

This year, 21 undergraduate scholarships were awarded in addition to 1 post graduate award and a total of $556,500 was raised for the program.

ABIC is grateful to all the international companies that donated to this year’s campaign and a special thanks to those companies who generously sponsored the Corporate Named Awards

The 2009 Awards Recipients are:

Caroline Berlo
Caroline will be entering her freshman year at St. Francis Xavier University where she plans to pursue her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. She recently graduated from Mount Saint Agnes ranked second in her year having received numerous awards for her academic accomplishments including First Honours for all four years, Outstanding Achievement in Foreign Language, Highest Average in French, PreCalculus & Chemistry, Perfect Attendance awards and Certificate of Courtesy, Character and Conduct. As a member of the National Honours Society, Caroline maintained an impressively high GPA throughout her school career which can only be defined as near perfect. Caroline is described as “an exemplary student who is consistently striving to do her best through dedication and persistence.” While at Mount Saint Agnes, Caroline was elected Student Council President and Senior Class Secretary, and is described as having fulfilled both these duties in a “mature and efficient manner.” During the two years that she participated in the Glee Club she was involved in the MSA’s Spring and Summer Concerts. In addition she was a committed member of her school’s winning Quiz Team and a member of the debate team for two years. Caroline has also represented her school on the girl’s soccer team. Her commitment to her faith is evident in her role as a lector at her parish Church of St. Patrick’s Church, which she has served since she was fourteen years old. Caroline has a few career interests which she would like to pursue upon graduation however she is certain that “they all involve me coming back to the place I was born and raised.”

Sophie Burt
Sophie will be attending the University of East London in the fall where she intends to pursue her Bachelor’s degree in Event Management and Public Relations. Sophie recently graduated from the Bermuda High School where she maintained a solid GPA throughout, and successfully completed the International Baccalaureate Program Diploma. Sophie is described as having “a combination of intelligence, commitment, perseverance, creativity, and compassion;” all the characteristics of a person with a successful future ahead of them. Sophie has been involved in all disciplines of dance for fourteen years, achieving the status of a dance teacher where she is able to pass on her experience to young students. She was also on the Bermuda High School volleyball team for seven years where she worked her way to becoming the Assistant Coach. Sophie’s leadership skills continue to be evident in her roles as a member of the Girl Guide Association for twelve years serving as a Rainbow Guide to the Young Leader as well as serving as a YouthNet mentor. In addition to this she participated in the Duke of Edinburgh Scheme earning herself the Bronze, Silver and Gold awards. While it’s obvious that Sophie’s activities have benefited her in her personal growth, her contributions to the community should be commended. After university it is her intent to “return to Bermuda to help further International Business with the knowledge I have acquired to assist in our country’s advancement.”

Nicholas Butterfield
Nicholas will be entering his first year at St. John’s University in the fall where he will be pursuing his Bachelor’s of Science degree, majoring in Risk Management and Insurance in the hopes of becoming a successful Underwriter or a CEO. Nicholas is a graduate of Warwick Academy where he was named to the honour roll for all 4 consecutive years and elected Head of the Sixth Form. A talented sportsman, Nicholas represented his school in volleyball, basketball and swimming. He is also an avid tennis player having played impressively in several local tournaments and spending his weekends serving as a Junior Tennis Coach and Counselor. While at Warwick Academy, he played the viola as a member of the First, Second and Full Orchestra, and received the Shine Hayward Music Award for Improvement. He is described by the Principal of Warwick Academy as “one of the kindest, most reliable and trustworthy students” she has encountered. Despite his involvement in so many activities including having volunteered at the Hands of Love Mission and Windreach Recreational Center, most of Nicholas’ free time is spent at his church where he serves as Worship Leader and helps with the Youth Group. Nicholas’ overall career goal is to become “a valuable part of any company I am working for and to do what is required of me to the best of my ability.”

Eric Cabral
Eric will be attending Mount Allison University in the fall where he will be pursuing a Bachelor’s of Science Degree with a concentration in Mathematics. As a testament to his consistent academic ability, Eric recently graduated on the honour roll from Mount Saint Agnes Academy, where he was described as “a young man of integrity and compassion, who is well respected by both his teachers and peers.” Eric’s talents extend beyond the classroom, evident by his participation in a wide range of extra curricular activities including his involvement on numerous athletic teams such as basketball, volleyball, and football as well as his ability to play several different musical instruments. Eric served on both the Debate Team and as a member of the Student Council, whilst also sharing his expertise in electronics as an invaluable member of the lighting crew for several of his school’s plays. Eric’s fortitude and perseverance saw him complete the requirements for the Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award. His dedication to his faith through his involvement in his parish church as an altar server, leader of song, reader and member of the youth choir, is testimony to what a special young man he is. Eric is very aware of the importance of international business in Bermuda and believes that it has not only provided Bermuda with an enviable standard of living but has also “served as a portal between Bermuda and the rest of the world.”

Elkeisha Caisey
Elkeisha has been attending St. Lawrence College for the past two years in pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a major in Human Resource Management. Elkeisha is a graduate of Berkeley Institute, where she demonstrated her athleticism and leadership skills as Vice Captain of the netball team. Elkeisha has been very active in her community having volunteered at Agape House and with the Bermuda Hospital’s Board. Over the last few years she has dedicated her time to Ongwanada, an Ojibwa term for “our home,” which is a non profit Ontario organization offering a wide range of individualized services and community supports to approximately 600 people with developmental disabilities and their families. Elkeisha has spent her summers working in order to pay for her continued education and at the same time has managed to hone her skills as a Human Resource intern at HWP. She is described as someone who is “articulate, energized and focused on her personal and educational goals.” These qualities will no doubt assist Elkeisha in fulfilling her career aspirations of becoming a Human Resource Manager. Her plans for the future include returning to the island to give back to her community because in her words “our country needs, and will always need educated and knowledgeable Bermudian talent.” She is sure to find herself amongst the leaders of tomorrow if she follows her motto, “always reach for the moon…even if you miss, at least you’ll land among the stars.”

Patricia Chisnall
Patricia will be attending McMaster University in the fall where she will be pursuing her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a focus on Human Resources. She recently graduated from Mount Saint Agnes, where she maintained a place on the honour roll throughout. As well as being an excellent student with an impeccable conduct record, Patricia has been very involved in her school and wider communities. At MSA, she was a member of the soccer, volleyball and Track & Field teams. Patricia was also a member of the Yearbook Committee, Debate Team and was elected to the Student Council. She participated in the Duke of Edinburgh scheme, earning both the Bronze and Silver awards. Her character and commitment to service and leadership, resulted in her nomination to the National Honours Society. Outside of school she has been employed as a Camp Assistant for MSA’s After School Program and as a teacher’s assistant at the Bermuda Zoologicial Society’s Aqua Camp, where she was described by the Coordinator as “quick to jump in and help when needed and who often went above and beyond her normal duties.’ Clearly a person who has no trouble in availing her time to give back to the community, Patricia also served as a Youthnet mentor and as a volunteer at “The Barn” and the Salvation Army soup kitchen. Patricia believes that “Bermuda must continue to show that we respect this industry that has given us so much and that we must continue to train our work force with the necessary skills to help international business flourish.”

Rebecca Conklin
Rebecca will be entering her first year at Endicott College where she will pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Hospitality Management. Rebecca recently graduated from Dana Hall School having participated in an impressive line up of extra curricular activities. She was extremely involved in Peer Education, a competitive group at Dana Hall School, which consists of a selection of young women acting as role models for the rest of the school. While at Dana Hall School she was also involved in a multicultural group known as “SHADES” as well as serving on The Diversity Committee for three years. Having been described by those who know her, as a natural leader, her involvement in these should come as no surprise. Rebecca has spent numerous hours giving back to the community by volunteering at the Bermuda Zoological Society, the Bermuda Aquarium and Zoo, the Audubon Society and The National Trust. While it may seem as though she has had little time to do much else on top of all this, Rebecca still managed to be involved in musical theatre, having participated in numerous Pantomimes on the island and school musicals, as well as being a member of the Gospel Choir. Rebecca is described as “a natural public speaker who delivers information with an educated ease and confidence, which will serve her well in fulfilling her aspirations one day of becoming the CEO of her own company.” Rebecca’s goal is “to play an integral role in maintaining economic success in Bermuda.”

Bradley Mitchell
Bradley has been attending the University of Western Ontario for two years in order to acquire his Bachelor’s degree of Management and Organizational Studies with a specialization in finance and administration. He plans to pursue his MBA upon graduation. Prior to university, Bradley attended the Trinity College School where he was part of the CaribCouncil and Culture Awareness Group which promote the various cultures of the student body. It was here that he achieved the status of Ontario Scholar for graduating with an average over 80%. Bradley was very involved in community service both in Bermuda and abroad, which included serving as an altar boy at St. Teresa’s Cathedral and helping local churches and households by offering landscaping services. Bradley is described as “a very smart individual who is quite ambitious” and this is evident through is numerous accomplishments. Bradley would like to return to Bermuda upon graduation to work within the International Business arena in the field of either insurance or investments and to “give back to the community by sharing the knowledge that he has gained from his educational experiences.”

Jozelle Escolastica
Jozelle is currently attending St. Lawrence College where she is pursuing her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, with a major in Accounting. Jozelle is a former graduate of Mount Saint Agnes Academy where she consistently won awards for singing, dancing and spoken word in their Annual Talent Show. Despite having only just completed her first year at St. Lawrence, Jozelle has managed to be involved in a variety of activities while achieving academic success with a near perfect GPA. She is currently a Residence Advisor and was co-founder of the Student Diversity Awareness Association. She also writes for her college’s newspaper, serves as a business representative for the Student Information Forum, and was a Guest Speaker for a Business Communications Class at St. Lawrence. In addition to this Jozelle participated in a number of interesting workshops which included Safe and Sober Alliance, Sexual Health, Eating Disorders, Mental Health Issues, Drug and Alcohol Abuse and Sexual Assault/ Domestic Violence. Despite this, she still manages to find time to give back to her community having volunteered her time to Matilda Rest Home and Warwick Rest Home. It is no surprise why people describe her as “a positive role model for her peers and generations younger and older than her.” In her resume she describes herself as “an ambitious, exemplary and success driven student interested in varied work experience, training and mentoring that would assist me in becoming a certified Chartered Accountant.”

Shari Gilbert
Shari will be attending St. John’s University in the fall in order to acquire her Bachelor’s degree of Science with a major in Risk Management & Insurance. Shari graduated from Warwick Academy with First Honours and won the L’alliance Francaise French Essay Writing competition. She recently completed an internship with a local re-insurance company looking at using catastrophe theory in economics which she has an obvious passion for having written a 4000 word essay on this subject as part of the International Baccalaureate program which she successfully completed at Warwick Academy. Shari is described as “someone who thrives on challenge and enjoys working on complex problems, usually for the intrinsic desire to better her understanding.” She is an accomplished sports woman competing in basketball, netball, football and a variety of athletic events. Always the first to give of her time, she volunteered as a Peernet mentor for young children at a local primary school, Meals on Wheels, Youth news and Random Acts of Kindness. At Warwick Academy she was also a member the social committee and yearbook team. Shari also recently passed her Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award. When asked whether she possesses the qualities one looks for in an award’s scholar she compares herself to a postage stamp and quotes Josh Billings, “Consider the postage stamp; its usefulness consists in the ability to stick to one thing until it gets there.”

Ashley Madeiros
Ashley will be attending St. John’s University in the fall where she will be pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management and Insurance. After graduating from the International Baccalaureate program at Bermuda High School for Girls with an impressive 87% average, Ashley continued her studies at Bermuda College. During the last three years she has worked as a part time employee after school and during school breaks and is described by her employer as “an indispensable member of staff who is exceptionally focused and professional for her age.” Despite her commitment to her education and her commendable work ethic, Ashley has managed to volunteer her time to Agape House, the Annual Debate Competition and her school’s yearly productions. She also participated in the Youth Net program as a mentee. Ashley’s desire to immerse herself in rewarding, once in a life time experiences is evident in her recent participation in the 2009 Tall Ships Atlantic Challenge. She had only intended to sail the Tenerife to Bermuda leg, however having enjoyed the experience so much she was invited by the Captain and his family to continue on, so Tall Ships Bermuda provided her passage. Ashley’s focus and out going nature will no doubt serve as an asset to her as she strives to “become an important participant in the business community and give back to the island.”

Colleen McCann
Colleen will be attending Dalhousie University in the fall in order to obtain her Bachelor’s degree in Business Management with a major in Management and Globalization. She also plans to consider a second major in Accounting, Insurance, Risk Management or Law. Throughout her high school years at Warwick Academy she was named to the honour roll and has demonstrated a keen interest in the business world through her involvement with the KPMG annual investor’s competition and enrollment for several business classes for the last 4 years. She is described by one of her business teachers as an extremely capable academic who can produce work of a high standard, and who is able to make perceptive comments often tinged with an analytical angle.” In addition to studying her subjects for the academically challenging IB Diploma, Colleen has worked hard to complete 150 hours of extra-curricular activities in the areas of community, action and service. Her community service involved volunteering at the National Trust, and Windreach Recreational Center as well as serving as a peer mentor for less privileged students through Youth Net and a CCD Teacher at St. Anthony’s Church. Colleen is confident her career path will slowly reveal itself after her first year of university, believing wholeheartedly that “for young Bermudians there seems to be limitless opportunities if a sound education is achieved.”

Kenisha Pough
Kenisha will be attending Temple University in the fall in pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a focus in Marketing and Brand Management. Kenisha graduated in 2007 from Berkeley Institute where she was on the Honor Roll from 2003 through to graduation and where she was also awarded the Berkeley Institute Award in Marketing in her senior year. Kenisha went on to further her education at Bermuda College where she maintained a solid GPA for the past two years. Kenisha says that “by helping others, I am giving selflessly and I gain a sense of personal achievement.” This explains her intense participation in extracurricular activities and community service. Kenisha was a Model United Nations member, second runner up in the Youth Minister of Tourism Competition, Berkeley’s Student Council President, a YouthNet mentor, and a Berkeley Institute Debate Society member. Outside of school she selflessly volunteered 186 hours to the hospital as a Candy Striper over a one year period, served as a Youth News journalist and danced for six years with the United Dance Productions. Kenisha is described as “a confident, hard-working young lady eager to make her mark on the community.” This drive and confidence, as well as her devote Christian values has helped her to overcome personal adversity and strive for success. She believes that her “experience and exposure in Marketing, coupled with my academic aptitude and determination to achieve my goals through tertiary education makes me a perfect recipient for the ABIC Education Award and will allow me to give back to society, what society has given me.”

Shonté Richardson
Shonté has been attending St. John’s University for the past year in pursuit of her Bachelor’s of Science degree in Risk Management and Insurance. After graduating from Cedarbridge Academy, Shonté attended Bermuda College where she was awarded Merit for her academic success. This was only a continuation of the academic success she achieved while at Cedarbridge, where she won numerous academic awards for Business, Science, Maths, English & Dance and where she commendably maintained an honors average(80 – 89%) for the full four years she was enrolled. Shonté was also a member of the National Honor’s Society for two years as well as an active member of Cedarbridge’s Student Government, having attended several leadership conferences. Her academics in her first year at St. John’s University was equally as impressive coupled with the fact that she managed to find time to pledge to a sorority, Alpha Iota Chapter. Shonté has been described by teachers as “an outstanding student who is very mature, focused and motivated.” She is “someone who conducts herself in a positive manner and is a role model for others to follow.” Shonté is interested in pursuing a career in the insurance industry as a Claims Analyst, explaining her career choice as follows: “With Bermuda being in the forefront of the insurance industry, it has helped to inspire me to pursue a career that I know will benefit my country.”

Alton Roberts
Alton will be attending the University of the West of England in Bristol where he will be studying towards a degree in Accounting and Finance in pursuit of a career as a certified accountant. Alton recently graduated from Saltus having received a plethora of academic awards and qualifications including his selection for the Centre of Talented Youth and inclusion on the Honour Roll. He has been honoured with the Student of Excellence Award, the Young Citizen’s Award and the Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement in the People to People Student Leader Business Program. Alton is described as someone who “shows his commitment to work, a respectful and supportive attitude to his peers and has a sunny disposition.” An excellent soccer player, Alton has played at an exceptionally high level for a number of years, captaining his Bermuda Athletic Association Club team for the last three years as well as co-captaining Saltus’ Senior Varsity Team. A highlight of his athletic career was his selection in 2006 for the highly competitive U17 Bermuda National Squad. Alton also lends his expertise to the players of tomorrow, having obtained his D coaching license, so he can coach an Under 11 club team and his Junior Soccer Referee certificate so he can referee youth games. Alton has been an active participant in a myrid of events and activities inside and outside of school life, such as mentoring year 7 students, playing on the chess team, dancing with an African Dance Troupe and travelling with the Menuhin Music Foundation as a string player. Alton believes that “it is important for international businesses to reside in Bermuda because it provides the people who reside here with the standard of living that is found in the countries who are considered to be economic powerhouses.”

Christa Schweizer
Christa will be entering her final year at Spelman College in the fall where she has been studying in their Political Science Pre-Law program. After she has completed her BA degree she plans to enroll in the main law program at Bristol University. She is a very prestigious student who has been named to the Dean’s List with a 3.9 GPA since she enrolled at Spelman 3 years ago. Christa is a graduate of Berkeley Institute where she received numerous awards including honors in academic achievement through all four years at Berkeley, the Deloitte and Touche Award, and the Appleby, Spurling and Hunter Award. While at Berkeley she was a member of the Berkeley Accreditation Committee, Berkeley Business Committee and was part of the Berkeley Peer Mediation Program. She was named to the President’s List at Bermuda College and since attending Spelman has been named to the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, become an esteemed member of the Pi Sigma Alpha Political Science Honor Society and a member of the Spelman International Student Organization. Christa has demonstrated her level of commitment to her community by volunteering at KEMH and Herndon School. She is described as someone who displays “an enthusiasm for hard work and personal excellence that is exemplary,” by one of the Managing Partners at Attride-Stirling & Woloniecki, where she has been employed as a student intern. Upon completion of her studies, Christa plans “to return to the island to practice corporate law and add significantly to the international business arena that is benefiting Bermuda in so many ways.”

Kiara Somner
Kiara will be attending Temple University in the fall where she will be majoring in Risk Management and Insurance with a minor in International Business, in hopes of pursuing her goal of becoming a Reinsurance Underwriter. A Berkeley Institute graduate, she recently attended Bermuda College where she commendably earned her Associate’s Degree in Business Administration with Distinction, and a place on the President’s list, with one of the top 10 GPAs (above 3.5). While achieving what so few have, Kiara still managed to be employed by XL Capital as a Claim’s Analyst Assistant and Bolero Restaurant as an Accounts Payable Assistant. She is described as “an impeccable moral character who through the briefest conversation reveals her extraordinary depth and sense of personal conviction.” This admirable sense of character carries over into her involvement in the community, where she has volunteered at the Bermuda Music Festival, the Bermuda Kids Film Festival and the Matilda Smith Home. Kiara is a member of the In Motion School of Dance Professional Dance Company and serves as a junior member on the Shekinah Worship Center Board of Trustees. Kiara is a driven young woman with great charisma and this will serve her well in pursuit of her goals. She lives by the motto: “Failure is not an option,” and describes herself as “a firm believer in meritocracy. Adding, “Once I’ve reached a point of satisfaction in my life, my plan is to set more goals, achieve them, and continue to set more goals. I can be assured that I will continue to grow and push myself because the sky isn’t the limit. There’s a galaxy beyond that!”

Milton Stephens IV
Milton will be attending Wilfrid Laurier University in the fall in order to obtain a Bachelor’s Degree (Hons) in Business Administration, in pursuit of a career in either Underwriting or Accounting. Milton recently graduated from Saltus Grammar School with a laudable GPA of 3.8, where his warmth of personality and sense of humour ranked him in the top 10% of his year. Prior to that, he received the Spice Valley Middle School Student of Excellence Award. Milton is described by several of his teachers as “a hard working student as well as an extremely trustworthy and amiable person with a strong desire to succeed.” Despite a very demanding academic schedule, Milton found time to “make a real contribution to his school” through his participation as a valued member of the basketball and baseball teams. He is described as a keen footballer who has played as a member of Dandy Town and who has represented his school on numerous occasions both locally and abroad. Milton is also a member of the Bermuda Referee Associate, a blue belt in Ninjitsu and an avid swimmer and bowler. His participation in the Junior Volunteer Program at the The Bermuda Aquarium and Zoo as well as the Bermuda Maritime Museum, further illustrates his ability to work well with others and his willingness to give back to the community. Such is his focus and confidence, that Milton believes “that the skills he has obtained throughout his life will help him accomplish his future goals and live a successful and productive life.”

Marcus Wade
Marcus will be entering into his third year at Huron University, an affiliate of The University of Western Ontario where he is working towards his Bachelor of Honors Degree in Political Science. Marcus excelled in his studies at Warwick Academy having achieved 2nd Honors and continued his academic success at Trinity College School. During the summer of 2008 Marcus was a participant in the Summer Internship Program organized by HSBC, ACE Limited and Deloitte & Touche, where he carried the responsibility of team leader for their community project. He is a naturally talented musician having participated as a member of Warwick Academy’s Full Orchestra and Concert Band playing both tuba and baritone. He added the trombone to his repertoire as a member of the Jazz Band and Winds Ensemble at Trinity College School, where he received a distinction award for Musical Excellence. While at Trinity, Marcus played varsity football and captained the varsity cricket team. More recently he has enjoyed playing for the Southampton Rangers Cricket Club. Although Marcus has been a dedicated student and an active musician, he has always found time to give back to the community and has demonstrated this by participating with the Lions Club and Random Acts of Kindness, serving as an alter boy in service at St. Mary’s Anglican Church and volunteering for the Trinity Environment Activists Club. Described as “one of Bermuda’s fine young men,” Marcus would like to pursue a career within the insurance industry and has a particular interest in the field of political risk underwriting. In his words, “I have experienced more in my life than my age would indicate and my experiences have entrenched in me a desire to complete my education so that I may contribute to the island that raised me.”

Shawnee White
Shawnee will be attending Florida International University in order to obtain her Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with a minor in Finance. Shawnee attended Pulaski Technical College for the past three years having just recently graduated magna cum laude with both a Technical Certificate and Associates degree and as a member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honour Society. Her academic strength was evident during her high school years at Mount Saint Agnes where she achieved either First or Second Honors and awards for both Modern World History and Commitment to French. While at Mount Saint Agnes, she served as Vice President of the Student Council, Class Treasurer and student mentor. Shawnee’s generous commitment to her school community, carried over to College, where she volunteered her time to serve as a mathematics tutor. Admirably she has worked consistently during school breaks for the last few years in order to help finance her education. Shawnee is described as both “a diligent and reliable employee and student, with an open heart and willingness to lend a hand to a friend in need.” Shawnee would like to achieve either a CPA or CFA designation and then pursue a career in insurance or banking, “where she can then in turn assist in shaping her country for the benefit of the next generation.”

Shantaye Wolffe
In the fall Shantaye will be entering her second year at the New England Institute of Technology where she is pursuing her Bachelor’s of Science degree in Network Engineering Technology. Prior to NEIT, she received an Associates Degree in Web Development with Merit from Bermuda College and several certificates of academic excellence while attending Cedarbridge Academy, having commendably achieved Honors for all four years. Since being enrolled in NEIT, Shantaye has been named to the Dean’s List and has served as Secretary for the Student Exchange Club whilst still managing to pledge to the sorority, Phi Theta Kappa. Locally Shantaye has been involved in the Pembroke Hamilton Club Majorettes and Drum Corps where she was promoted to the position of Leader within 1 year and volunteered her services as their Web Developer. In addition to this she served as Co-Choreographer for the Bermuda’s Drumline. Shantaye has been described as an individual “who has demonstrated a superior work ethic and who has always carried herself with the highest integrity.” Her great outlook on life and equally impressive work ethic will serve her well in her future endeavours, where she hopes to “be the spearhead for future generations of females who are striving towards a career in IT.” It is her intent to return to the island and give back to her community by serving as a Youth Net mentor, and a Bermuda College lecturer whilst offering her IT skills to non-profit organizations.

Post-Graduate
The Post-Graduate award is the latest addition to ABIC’s scholarship programme for Bermudian students. This new scholarship category is highly competitive, with so few such awards available on the island. This esteemed award is valued at $20,000 per year for a period of two years and those applying for this scholarship are required to have at least two years consecutive work experience, post undergraduate studies. It is intended for those wishing to further their studies in the field of international business with the aspirations of claiming a top level position within the industry.
Congratulations to this year’s recipient.

Jonathan Ball
Jonathan graduated from Temple University in 2007 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Risk Management & Insurance and a laudable GPA. While at Temple, he participated in a ten day study of India’s economy in Mumbai and was selected as a Bermuda Foundation for Insurance Studies Scholarship recipient. For the past two years Jonathan has been working as an Underwriting Analyst at ACE Tempest Re (Bermuda) Ltd. While working as a full time employee, he managed to complete the requirements for the Associate in Reinsurance (Are) diploma, and was commended for “his commitment to professional excellence” by the President of the American Institute for CPCU and Insurance Institute of America. Jonathan is equally as committed to his community, having been described as “being a great believer in giving back.” He has managed to achieve what so many find difficult which is to successfully balance all aspects of work and extra curricular commitments. This evidenced through his participation as a Youth Net & BFIS mentor, a Junior Executive for PHC Football club as well as a Coach for Under – 9s. As if that was not enough, Jonathan has also managed to play semi-professionally for Bermuda Hogges. Jonathan will be attending City University in the fall, where he will be pursuing his Master’s degree in Risk Management & Insurance. His ultimate career objective is to become a Senior Underwriter. He believes that “the positive effect that the international business community can have on Bermuda is endless but we must now look at innovative ways to increase its effectiveness due to the current economic climate.”

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